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How long does it typically take for modern day stitches to heal?

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    Stitches don't heal, the wound heals! If you are asking how long they should be left in, that would depend on where the wound is located. Sutures on the face are left for 3-5 days, arm or leg a little longer, and back around 10-14 days. Some sutures dissolve and this could take several months depending on the type of suture and its location. The doctor should have given you a follow up appointment to have the sutures removed (unless they are absorbable). If you don't have an appointment call and ask for one to get your answer.

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Stitches don't heal, the wound heals! If you are asking how long they should be left in, that would depend on where the wound is located. Sutures on the face are left for 3-5 days, arm or leg a little longer, and back around 10-14 days. Some sutures dissolve and this could take several months depending on the type of suture and its location. The doctor should have given you a follow up appointment to have the sutures removed (unless they are absorbable). If you don't have an appointment call and ask for one to get your answer.

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when ever the doctor tells you to return so he can remove them. thats how long. all depends on the wound.

DallasRae

4-8 weeks is how long my uncle had 3 of them.

Dude Relax

4-8 weeks is how long my uncle had 3 of them.

Dude Relax

when ever the doctor tells you to return so he can remove them. thats how long. all depends on the wound.

DallasRae

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